CVE-2024-57471: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 14, 2025
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Updated

H3C N12 V100R005 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability due to the lack of length verification in the 2.4G wireless network processing function. Attackers who successfully exploit this vulnerability can cause the remote target device to crash or execute arbitrary commands by sending a POST request to /bin/webs.

Affected Software

3 affected components
H3C N12=V100R005
All of the following
H3C N12 Firmware=100r005
H3C N12

Event History

Jan 14, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-57471?

CVE-2024-57471 is categorized as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-57471?

To mitigate CVE-2024-57471, upgrade the H3C N12 firmware to the latest version that addresses this buffer overflow vulnerability.

3

What can happen if CVE-2024-57471 is exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2024-57471 can lead to a device crash or allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands remotely.

4

Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-57471?

CVE-2024-57471 affects the H3C N12 device running the firmware version V100R005.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-57471?

No specific workaround exists for CVE-2024-57471 other than applying the firmware update provided by H3C.

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